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The Future of Kayak Fishing: Emerging Technologies

Life in the twenty-first century can seem like a world away from the decades that preceded it. Technological advances develop like the speed of light and it can be difficult to keep up. But it seems like “keep up” we must. Even in the realm of kayak fishing, cutting-edge technologies are impacting the way we fish today and into the future. Here are some of the emerging technologies being used in kayak fishing today. Sonar...

The Future of Kayak Fishing: Emerging Technologies

Life in the twenty-first century can seem like a world away from the decades that preceded it. Technological advances develop like the speed of light and it can be difficult...

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Kayak Fishing Tournaments: The Ultimate Challenge

If you love to combine your love for kayaking and fishing, then you might want to level up your game and take advantage of a fishing tournament! Kayak fishing tournaments are an exciting challenge, an opportunity to hone your skills, and a chance to win some prizes. The beauty of our interconnected world today is that you can find a tournament that fits almost any time frame, location, or budget.  What is a Kayak Fishing...

Kayak Fishing Tournaments: The Ultimate Challenge

If you love to combine your love for kayaking and fishing, then you might want to level up your game and take advantage of a fishing tournament! Kayak fishing tournaments...

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Ecotrolling for Kayak Fishing: A Sustainable Ap...

As more and more people take to the waterways to fish, float, or photograph, we must take an interest in preserving our earth for the next generation. Finding sustainable ways to interact with our world is vital. One rapidly growing trend in kayak fishing is ecotrolling, using electric trolling motors to minimize environmental impact.  Sustainable Benefits of Ecotrolling for Kayaks Zero Emissions Electric trolling motors, unlike their traditional counterparts, don’t rely on gasoline or diesel...

Ecotrolling for Kayak Fishing: A Sustainable Ap...

As more and more people take to the waterways to fish, float, or photograph, we must take an interest in preserving our earth for the next generation. Finding sustainable ways...

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4 Kayak-Friendly Fishing Lures

Fishing from a kayak has become an increasingly popular pastime for anglers - newbie or professional alike. With its stealthy approach, access to skinny water, and simplicity (especially compared to a bass boat), a kayak offers much to the fishing community. But it does have a few challenges. Fishing from a kayak requires tweaks to casting and retrieving because you are so close to the water, compared to boat or shore fishing. A simple kayak...

4 Kayak-Friendly Fishing Lures

Fishing from a kayak has become an increasingly popular pastime for anglers - newbie or professional alike. With its stealthy approach, access to skinny water, and simplicity (especially compared to...

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Using Drones for Kayak Fishing

Drones, or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), are remote-controlled aircraft that have exploded in popularity over the last decade. What was once a niche market has become quite mainstream. Drones are used in a wide variety of settings including search & rescue, surveillance, traffic monitoring, weather monitoring, firefighting, photography, videography, personal use, and so much more.  You might be wondering about using drones for kayak fishing. Well, yes, there are even drones specifically for kayak fishing. ...

Using Drones for Kayak Fishing

Drones, or unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), are remote-controlled aircraft that have exploded in popularity over the last decade. What was once a niche market has become quite mainstream. Drones are...

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Fun Themed Kayaking Scavenger Hunts

If you love the family-friendly aspect of kayaking but need a little additional incentive to get the kids off the couch, consider this fun twist on recreational kayaking: a scavenger hunt. Create a themed hunt that will send paddlers on a grand adventure searching for items, clues, and hidden objects along a designated route.  A kayaking scavenger hunt is a fabulous activity for families, teams, scouting trips, parties, and more. You can make it as...

Fun Themed Kayaking Scavenger Hunts

If you love the family-friendly aspect of kayaking but need a little additional incentive to get the kids off the couch, consider this fun twist on recreational kayaking: a scavenger...